2009 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz B would be higher. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 205 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz B | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mini |
Model | B | Cooper |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2034 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1426 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2547 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |